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APTES-grafted reduced sulfonated graphene/waterborne polyurethane coatings
Researchers have recently achieved improved corrosion resistance based on APTES-grafted, reduced sulfonated water-based graphene/polyurethane coatings.
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Carbonation of alkali-activated slag mortars
Scientists recently investigated the effect of alkali dosage and silicate modulus on carbonation of alkali-activated slag mortars.
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Clear separation: New adhesive for better recycling
A thermolabile and reversible adhesive developed at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) makes it possible to clearly take high-tech products such as ...
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Why does concrete swell and crack?
A project funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNF) and coordinated by Empa is investigating the "concrete disease" alkali-aggregate reaction (AAR)....
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October issue of EC Journal: All about ACE coatings
The October issue of European Coatings Journal is out and features a full package on ACE coatings: a market report, a product overview and exclusive expert voices. ...
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Self-healing mechanisms in smart protective coatings
Scientists recently published a report with a comprehensive and updated overview of self-healing mechanisms in intelligent protective layers.
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Development of a highly corrosion-resistant copolymer for metal surfaces
Recently, scientists investigated the corrosion behavior of AISI 316 stainless steel coated with modified fluoropolymer in marine condition.
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Effect of orange peel attribute of automotive finishes on their blackness perception
In a new paper, the perceived blackness of ten specific automotive finishes with different levels of orange peel attribute is investigated under the diffuse ...
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Scratch resistance on automotive clearcoats
A recently published study deals with the fundamentals and characterisations of scratch resistance on automotive clearcoats.
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Bio-based treatment versus benzotriazole on corroded copper surfaces
Scientists recently compared a bio-based corrosion inhibitor versus benzotriazole (BTA) on corroded copper surfaces.
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Possibilities of particle-bed 3D printing in concrete construction
A recently published article provides an overview of different particle-bed 3D printing techniques for the production of concrete elements.
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Improving the appearance of multilayer films on automotive bodies
Scientists recently clarified the mechanism leading to unevenness in 3-coat-1-bake multilayer films and improved the appearance by using an acrylic resin with ...
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Antibacterial activity of PLA-based biodegradable nanocomposite coatings
Researchers recently developed PLA-based nanocomposite coatings with Norfloxacin and AgNPs, which have an antibacterial effect against E. coli and S. aureus.
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Design of anti-fouling/foul-release (AF/FR) amphiphilic coatings
In a new study, innovative strategies for the manufacturing of anti-fouling/foul-release (AF/FR) coatings based on the implementation of amphiphilic surfaces...